Data Analyst Supervisor

About the role

The Oklahoma Tax Commission seeks a Data Analyst Supervisor to lead and mentor a team of data analysts, providing insights that drive strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and guide a team of data analysts, providing regular feedback and conducting performance reviews.
• Provide training, evaluate performance, provide professional development, and manage an assigned team's schedules, time, and leave.
• Assign and prioritize tasks to ensure team deadlines and workloads are balanced.
• Foster a collaborative environment and promote continuous learning and professional development.
• Oversee the analysis of large datasets to extract meaningful insights that support strategic business decisions.
• Develop and implement data analysis processes, including statistical analysis, data mining, and predictive modeling, adhering to industry best practices.
• Design and deliver clear, actionable reports and interactive dashboards for stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Lead data analysis projects from inception to completion, coordinating with cross-functional teams as needed.
• Ensure alignment of data analysis efforts with business objectives and timelines.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and streamline workflows.
• Oversee the development of a data warehouse to centralize and standardize tax data from multiple sources.
• Monitor data quality, identify discrepancies, and work with team members to resolve issues.
• Implement data validation techniques to ensure the accuracy and consistency of data used in analyses.
• Establish and maintain data governance protocols and standards.
• Act as a liaison between the data analysis team and other departments (e.g., human resources, tax policy, finance, operations).
• Present findings and insights to executives and key stakeholders clearly and concisely.
• Provide recommendations based on data analysis to guide decision-making and improve business performance.
• Oversee the use of data analysis tools and software, ensuring the team has access to the necessary resources and training.
• Stay current on industry trends, tools, and best practices in data analytics.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Business Analytics, Business Information Systems or a related field; AND, five (5) years’ experience using SQL and Python for data analysis.
• Two (2) years of supervising experience is required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Dimensional data modeling techniques and database design principles (normalization, indexing).
• Statistical analysis and data mining techniques.
• Project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and their application in data analysis projects.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, Qlik Sense, and Python libraries (Matplotlib, Seaborn).
• Knowledge of data security and privacy best practices.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, including identifying patterns, trends, and anomalies in data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including effectively presenting technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency in SQL and Python (including libraries like Pandas and Scikit-learn) for data analysis and manipulation.
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in response to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high levels of accuracy in data analysis.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment, including collaborating with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and skill sets.
• Strong problem-solving skills, including identifying, analyzing, and resolving complex data-related issues.
• Strong data storytelling skills to effectively synthesize complex data findings into clear, concise, and actionable insights for various stakeholders.
• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of data analysts, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment that promotes professional growth and development.
• Continuously learn and readily adapt to new data analysis tools, technologies, and methodologies.

Skills

• Knowledge of machine learning algorithms.

Benefits

There are perks to working for the OTC. We know that benefits matter, and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees:

• Generous state-paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• A Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of paid vacation and 15 days of sick leave for full-time employees the first year.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Paid Maternity leave for eligible employees.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and vendors.
• A Longevity Bonus for years of service.